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New London / Courts

New London man received 10-year sentence in Waterford drug-and-gun case

Original DOJ announcement dates the sentence to June17; a September DEA posting repeats the outcome.

Oct 14, 2026 Source-linked

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Waterford / Courts

Bond raised to $1.25 million in Waterford Beach crash case

WFSB reports an October 13 bond increase and no-contact orders; the criminal charges remain allegations.

Oct 13, 2026 Source-linked

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Waterford / Elections

Waterford names four Election Day sites and Town Hall for early voting

The town lists November 3 polling locations by district and extended early-voting hours on October 27 and 29.

Oct 14, 2026 Source-linked

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Eastern CT / Local

Railroad-crossing safety plan includes 19 Eastern Connecticut towns

CTDOT proposes clearer pavement lines, renewed signs and selective trimming; construction is anticipated in 2028.

Oct 13, 2026 Source-linked

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Waterford / Business

Electric Boat could receive $25 million in Waterford redevelopment incentives

Reported tax benefits are conditional; they are not an immediate cash payment.

Oct 13, 2026 Source-linked

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Waterford / Local

Waterford rescuer adopts kitten saved after Gold Star Bridge fall

An October 12 report follows a summer rescue and the kitten’s adoption by Waterford resident Bobby Silva.

Oct 13, 2026 Source-linked

Coming up in Waterford

Waterford’s Wicked Wonderland Trunk-or-Treat

Oct 18, 2026 · 2:00 PM · Waterford High School circular parking lot, Waterford

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